Wharton (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers.
The first-year Panther didn't practice all week due to a hamstring injury, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up for Sunday's contest. Wharton is one of Carolina's top interior defensive linemen, recording 36 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, over nine appearances this season. While he's sidelined, expect Bobby Brown to start alongside A'Shawn Robinson and Derrick Brown.
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Panthers' Tershawn Wharton: Logs DNP on Wednesday
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Wharton (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
The 27-year-old was sidelined for Carolina's Week 15 loss to the Saints due to a hamstring issue, and Wednesday's DNP suggest he's still dealing with the issue. Wharton has been impactful in his first season with the Panthers, recording 36 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one pass defensed across nine contests. He likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to play in Sunday's divisional matchup against the Buccaneers.
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Panthers' Tershawn Wharton: Won't play vs. NOLA
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Wharton (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Wharton popped up on Saturday's injury report due to a hamstring injury, which is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Sunday's game. Bobby Brown and LaBryan Ray are poised for more defensive snaps in Wharton's absence.
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Panthers' Tershawn Wharton: Dealing with hamstring issue
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Wharton (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
The 27-year-old was added to the Panthers' injury report Saturday with a hamstring issue, putting his availability for Sunday's divisional matchup in question. Wharton has helped fortify Carolina's defensive line in his first season with the team, recording 36 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one pass defensed across nine appearances. If he's unable to play in Week 15, Bobby Brown will likely have an expanded role with the Panthers' first-team defense.
Wharton (knee) was a full participant in Friday's practice, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
A knee injury limited Wharton's participation in Thursday's practice, but his ability to practice fully puts him on track to play against the 49ers on Monday. The sixth-year pro has accumulated 29 tackles (nine solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one pass defense across seven regular-season games.
Wharton (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
The defensive lineman played 86 percent of the defensive snaps last week against Atlanta, so the injury appears to be new. Wharton will have two more days to get on the practice field ahead of Monday's matchup with the 49ers. If he can't go, Bobby Brown might be next man up on the defensive line.
Panthers' Tershawn Wharton: Posts seven stops vs. New Orleans
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Wharton tallied seven tackles (four solo) during Carolina's 17-7 loss to New Orleans on Sunday.
Wharton has logged seven tackles for a second straight game, and he tied Tre'von Moehrig for the second most stops on the Panthers behind Derrick Brown (nine). Wharton is up to 28 tackles (nine solo), including 2.0 sacks, through six regular-season games.
Panthers' Tershawn Wharton: Best game of season in Week 9 win
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Wharton recorded seven tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, in the Panthers' win over the Packers on Sunday.
Wharton made just his fifth start of the season after missing time earlier in the year to injuries. Against Green Bay, Wharton logged season-highs in playing time (91 percent of the defensive snaps) and tackles, while recording his second sack of the campaign.
Wharton (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Wharton missed the Panthers' last two games due to a toe injury, but he has been cleared to return for Week 7 after being limited in practice all week. His return will likely result in a reduction in snaps at defensive end for A'Shawn Robinson and LaBryan Ray.
